ND HCR3043

Directs the Legislative Management to conduct a study on procedures for filling vacancies in the North Dakota Legislative Assembly.

Cites constitutional authority from Section 11 of Article IV of the North Dakota Constitution authorizing the legislature to establish vacancy-filling procedures.

Notes that the Legislative Assembly revised vacancy procedures in 2001 and 2003, under which political party officials select individuals to fill vacancies and qualified electors may petition for special elections.

Identifies concerns that current procedures are confusing and may limit residents' ability to elect candidates of their choosing to the Legislative Assembly.

Requires the Legislative Management to report its findings, recommendations, and any necessary implementing legislation to the Sixty-third Legislative Assembly.